MWL Holds 45th Session, Calls for Overcoming Differences

The Supreme Council of the Muslim World League has highly appreciated the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, Asharq Al-Awsat
The Supreme Council of the Muslim World League has highly appreciated the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, Asharq Al-Awsat
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MWL Holds 45th Session, Calls for Overcoming Differences

The Supreme Council of the Muslim World League has highly appreciated the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, Asharq Al-Awsat
The Supreme Council of the Muslim World League has highly appreciated the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, Asharq Al-Awsat

The Supreme Council of the Muslim World League has highly appreciated the efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, which call for the unity of the Islamic conscience and spreading cooperation and solidarity among Muslims.

The council also praised the Saudi government’s continuous projects in expanding the Two Holy Mosques, developing their architecture, serving the holy sites, and providing the best services for pilgrims and Umrah performers, out of its belief in the great responsibility and honor granted to Saudi Arabia and its leaders.

These remarks were made in a statement that the Supreme Council issued Sunday at the conclusion of its 45th session that was held virtually with the participation of several ministers and Muslim scholars.

The meeting was inaugurated with a speech by Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Abdullah Al Al-Sheikh, where he referred to the belief bond that combines all Muslims despite the difference in their colors, nationalities, languages, and the diversity of their cultures and countries.

He also referred to the high status of Saudi Arabia in the Islamic world for its being the place of the revelation and the launching point of the Islamic message and the host of the Two Holy Mosques, the daily destination of Muslims during their prayers, stressing that the Kingdom shoulders a big responsibility towards Islam and Muslims through caring for their affairs, interests, and concerns.

This is in addition to seeking solutions to their problems and helping them and supporting them in times of crises and suffering and defending them in regional and international events.

Muslim World League Secretary-General Dr. Mohammad Bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa delivered a speech, expressing the secretariat general’s pride in the big contribution of members of the Supreme Council in supporting the league’s blessed journey that focuses on displaying the truth of Islam for the entire world.

The focus is especially on combating the concepts of extremism and terrorism and enhancing awareness within the Islamic world.

He also praised the blessed and supportive efforts of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, in serving Islam, Muslims, and the entire humanity.

President of the UAE Ifta Council Sheikh Abdullah Bin Bayyah delivered a speech, expressing his appreciation for the big efforts of the Muslim World League, stressing that it exerts big efforts in very important issues through seeking to enhance fraternity bonds among Muslim peoples and within humanity by adopting high-level qualitative initiatives to bridge gaps among mankind.

Grand Mufti of Egypt Shawki Allam also delivered a speech, expressing gratitude and appreciation for Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and the Crown Prince, for what it offers of blessed efforts for the benefit of the Arab and Muslim nations.



Arab Parliament, MWL Strongly Condemn Iranian Aggression against Kuwait

Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty. (KUNA)
Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty. (KUNA)
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Arab Parliament, MWL Strongly Condemn Iranian Aggression against Kuwait

Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty. (KUNA)
Kuwait blamed Iran for the attack, saying it was a dangerous escalation and violation of its sovereignty. (KUNA)

Speaker of the Arab Parliament Mohammed Al Yamahi condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait, stressing that they constitute a violation of international law and the United Nations Charter and represent an escalation that threatens the security and stability of Kuwait and the region.

He reiterated the Arab Parliament’s full solidarity with Kuwait and support for the measures it is taking to protect its security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

Al Yamahi emphasized that Kuwait’s security is an integral part of pan-Arab national security, underscoring the Arab Parliament’s rejection of all attacks targeting the sovereignty, security, and stability of Arab states, SPA reported.

He also called on the international community and the United Nations Security Council to assume their responsibilities in stopping these attacks, ensuring respect for international law and preserving regional and international security and stability.

 

Also, the Muslim World League (MWL) strongly condemned the heinous Iranian aggression against Kuwait.

In a statement, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa renewed his condemnation of the repeated Iranian attacks against the State of Kuwait. He stressed that such criminal acts violate religious values as well as international law, norms, and humanitarian principles.

He reaffirmed the MWL’s full solidarity with the State of Kuwait, its leadership, government, and people. He also expressed support for all measures taken to safeguard the country’s security, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens and residents.


Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Aggression against Lebanon

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Aggression against Lebanon
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Aggression against Lebanon

Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Aggression against Lebanon

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s condemnation of the Israeli aggression against the territory of the Lebanese Republic and its categorical rejection of the Israeli incursion into Lebanese land and violation of Lebanon’s sovereignty, SPA reported.

The Kingdom called on the international community to uphold its responsibility in halting this aggression and putting an end to Israeli military movements aimed at expanding into Lebanese territory.

It stressed the importance of safeguarding Lebanon’s sovereignty and the security of the Lebanese people in accordance with relevant international agreements.

 

In this regard, the Kingdom reaffirmed the importance of adhering to the Taif Agreement in a manner that ensures the extension of Lebanese state sovereignty across all its territories, as well as compliance with Lebanese government decisions to restrict arms exclusively to the state and its legitimate institutions, thereby ensuring the restoration of security and stability for Lebanon and its brotherly people.


Saudi Crown Prince Offers Condolences to Nasser Hadi over Death of Former Yemeni President

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince Offers Condolences to Nasser Hadi over Death of Former Yemeni President

Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, made a phone call on Monday to Nasser Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, during which the Crown Prince expressed his sincere condolences and sympathy over the death of his father, former President of the Republic of Yemen Abdrabbuh Mansur Hadi, SPA reported.

The Crown Prince prayed to Allah Almighty to have mercy on the deceased and admit him into Paradise.

Nasser Hadi expressed his deep thanks to HRH the Crown Prince for his condolences and sympathy.